Who We Fund
We partner with organizations that are:
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Locally rooted and trusted
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Focused on sustainable housing and holistic support systems
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Committed to equity, innovation, and long-term impact
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Aligned with our mission to fight poverty through safe shelter, clean water, and sanitation.
Our Process
Grant Application Process
Shelter Equity partners with nonprofit, civic, and governmental organizations working on the front lines of housing, clean water, and sanitation - because fighting poverty takes all of us.
If a grant application is approved, staff from Shelter Equity will personally visit and vet each new partner. We work with local organizations who know their communities best, ensuring every dollar creates lasting change.
What Our Grants Support
Shelter Equity grants typically fund:
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Construction of safe, sustainable homes
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Installation of clean water taps and sanitation facilities
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We prioritize projects co-designed with local communities, responsive to the environment, and built to last.
What Partnership Looks Like
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions.
We believe in listening first, then building together. When you receive a grant from Shelter Equity, you become part of a global movement rooted in love, equity, and innovation. We’ll walk with you through every phase, offering support, encouragement, and connection.
Together, we’re not just building structures. We’re building futures. We’re building health. We’re building opportunity.
How to Apply
Ready to explore partnership? Here's how to get started.
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Review our grant questions (below) before submitting your proposal online. Make sure that you can answer each question completely and have on hand the documentation requested.
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Submit your initial proposal using the apply link below.
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Our team will connect with you personally to learn more about your work and walk you through next steps.
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If chosen, a funding agreement will be signed by both parties.
We review proposals on a rolling basis and prioritize projects where the need is urgent and the opportunity for impact is high.
What to Expect
1. Name of the organization applying for the grant:
2. Contact person's first name:
3. Contact person's last name:
4. Contact person's title:
5. Organization's address:
6. Country/Region:
7. Address:
8. City:
9. Zip / Postal code:
10. Organization's email:
11. Organization's phone number:
12. Describe your organization: Briefly describe your organization, including its mission, history, and geographic areas of operation. Please incorporate examples of any similar projects your organization has completed. Include information on the number of homes built, lessons learned, and any challenges faced.
13. Project title:
14. Project location:
15. Project start date:
16. Project end date:
17. Provide a detailed description of the proposed housing project, including the target population and their specific needs. What types of housing are being provided (e.g., temporary shelter, permanent homes)?
18. Outline the key goals and specific measurable objectives of the project. How do you define success for this initiative?
19. Describe how the project will be sustainable long-term. Will the homes be maintained over time? What are the plans for ongoing support?
20. Provide a detailed outline of the project plan, including activities, key milestones, and timelines:
21. What are the specific steps or strategies you will implement to achieve the project's goals?
22. Provide information on your organization's key staff members or team involved in the project, highlighting their relevant experience and qualifications:
23. Total project cost in USD:
24. Grant amount requested:
25. Provide a detailed budget for the project, including all costs (e.g., materials, labor, permits, administrative costs, etc. If attaching a budget at the end of the grant form, please note that in the below box.)
26. Please provide information on other funding sources or in-kind contributions for the project
27. What are the expected outcomes and impact of the project on the target beneficiaries or community?
28. How will you measure the success of the project? Provide a monitoring and evaluation plan that includes how you’ll track progress, success metrics, and long-term impact.
29. Are there any potential risks or challenges that you anticipate in the implementation of the project? If so, how do you plan to address them?
30. Why do you want to partner with Shelter Equity, and how does this partnership align with your organization’s mission?
31. What kind of collaboration do you envision with Shelter Equity (e.g., funding, technical support, knowledge sharing)?
32. How will communication be maintained between our organizations?
33. Please attach your 501(c)(3) determination letter (or certification from your country as a charitable institution or NGO) and additional documents that support your application, such as project proposals/budgets, 990/financial statements, letters of support, or relevant permits.
Please use this format for the file name: Org Name - File Type (ex: Nonprofit Name - Project Proposal)34. Signature:
Questions?
We’re here to talk.
If you’d like to learn more or ask questions before applying, just fill out the form below. A member of our team will reach out to you directly.
Because we’re better together. And love is needed now.